Substitute Library Assistant Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $19.80 - $25.91 Hourly
Location : City of Industry, CA
Job Type: Part Time
Job Number: 0704/0626
Department: Instructional Help
Opening Date: 06/18/2026
Closing Date: 7/15/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Hacienda La Puente Unified School District is an equal opportunity employer
Hacienda La Puente Unified School District is named as one of the top 50 employers in California for 2020 and our employees have received a combined 12% salary increase for the 2022-2023 years! Apply now to join our team!
WE ARE ONLY ACCEPTING ONLINE APPLICATIONS FOR THIS RECRUITMENT. You may apply online by clicking the "Apply" button on this page. If you need assistance applying online, please contact us at (626) 933-3920.
THE POSITION
Under general supervision of an elementary, middle, or K-8 administrator, performs clerical functions relating to the acquisition, circulation, distribution, and recovery of library and reference books, instructional materials, and audiovisual materials.
CURRENT OPENINGS: One 10 month/20 hours per week position and one 10 month/35 hours per week position. Salary placement will be on Range 12 on the CSEA Salary Schedule. Initial salary placement for new employees is customarily at Step 1 ($19.80 per hour) of this salary range.
APPLICANT FILING INFORMATION: This recruitment is open to the public. An eligibility list will be established to fill vacancies for full time, part time, evening, summer, and substitute positions throughout the duration of the eligibility list. Eligibility lists typically last for twelve months. Vacant positions are filled from the top three ranks. Pursuant to PC Rule 6.2.10, the eligibility list established for this recruitment may be used for another related classification at the same or lower salary.
NOTE: Answers to supplemental questions must be submitted with your application.
Essential Duties

• Circulates books, instructional materials, audio visual materials and equipment.
• Maintains both physical and electronic media center records and files.
• Sorts books, instructional materials, and audiovisual materials according to classification codes and returns them to shelves, files, and other storage areas.
• Reviews records and generates reports of overdue books, instructional materials, and audiovisual materials borrowed from the school media center.
• Works with teachers to develop schedules for class visits to the library or media center.
• Assists students and teachers in locating library material.
• Maintains an atmosphere for learning.
• Supervises student or volunteer assistants.
• Gives book talks and reads to students.
• Arranges book displays and bulletin boards.
• Examines and repairs damaged books, instructional materials, and audiovisual materials.

OTHER RELATED DUTIES

• May order books and supplies.
• May teach and enforce library rules.
• May teach library skills.
• May assist with book fairs.
• Performs other related duties as directed.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS AMONG RELATED CLASSES
A Media Center Aide performs clerical duties in an elementary, middle or K-8 school media center related to the circulation, distribution and recovery of library books and other materials; processes and shelves library materials and assists students and faculty in locating library/media materials.
A Media Center Clerk performs technical library media services in a high school media center related to the circulation, distribution and recovery of library books and other materials; processes and shelves library materials and assists students and faculty in the selection of library/media materials and has a greater scope of responsibility than a Media Center Aide.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Employees in this classification stand, walk, sit, lift and carry up to 25 lbs., have balance, stoop/bend, repetitively use fingers, use both hands simultaneously, speak clearly, hear well, have depth perception, color vision, distinguish shades, and see small details clearly.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Employees in this classification work inside exclusively and without direct supervision, and have direct contact with students and with the public.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
No education required.
Experience:
Six months of clerical experience.
Special:
Successfully complete a pre-employment physical examination.
Ideal candidates will have
Knowledge of:

• Methods, practices, and equipment pertinent to school libraries or media centers.
• Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Student behavior management strategies.
• Basic computer operation.

Ability to:

• Perform clerical work of average difficulty.
• Perform arithmetical calculations with speed and accuracy.
• Monitor and control student behavior.
• Maintain a variety of records and resource files.
• Learn related computer applications.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

Examination and Application Process
The screening and examination process for this position, which may be subject to modification, is designed to ensure a fair and job-related evaluation of all candidates. The process may include application screening, initial review of qualifications, verification of documentation or certifications, and, in some cases, supplemental application screening. The stated qualifications represent only the minimum requirements and do not guarantee eligibility for examination or placement on an eligibility list.
The examination may consist of any combination of the following: training and experience evaluation, written knowledge test, hands on/performance test, structured panel interview, situational judgement interview, or other assessments of fitness for the position. All parts of the examination process are job related. Candidates must achieve a passing score on each portion of the examination to advance to next stages and ultimately be placed on the eligibility list. Depending on the classification, eligibility lists may remain in effect for six months or one year.
To ensure timely submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit all required materials before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged out if the application is not submitted in full by the deadline. Upon successful submission, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email; please save or print these for your records. If you do not receive both confirmations, your application has not been received.
For technical assistance with the online application, please review the or contact their toll-free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Personnel Commission is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser.
Disability Accommodation
Please note that it is your responsibility to notify us at least three business days prior to the first test part if you will require reasonable accommodation during any part of the selection process. You are NOT required to disclose any information regarding disabilities at this time but may be required to submit documentation prior to accommodation being granted.
Equal Employment Opportunity District
Hacienda La Puente Unified School District prohibits unlawful discrimination against, and/or harassment of, District employees and job applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender, gender identity, sex, or sexual orientation at a District site or activity.
Paid Holidays
Up to 16 holidays per year depending on months worked for all classified employees.
Paid Vacation
Vacation is prorated for all classified employees, based on the hours and months worked per year. Below is the vacation schedule for classified supervisors and classified staff.
Classified Employee Vacation Chart
1-5 years of service

• One day of vacation will be earned per month worked.

6-10 years of service

• One and one-quarter (1 ¼) days of vacation will be earned per month worked.

11-15 years of service

• One and one-half (1 ½) days of vacation will be earned per month worked.

16-20 years of service

• One and three-fourths (1 ¾) days of vacation will be earned per month worked.

21 + years of service

• Two (2) days of vacation will be earned per month worked.

Health Benefits
For positions 35 hours or more per week the District contributes $12,900 (subject to change) toward annual premium for medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage. Partially paid benefits are available for part-time (20-34) hour employees. The District participates in the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). Lifetime retirement benefits provided for eligible retirees.
District Benefit Providers:
The following benefit providers are available for enrollment for eligible employees.
*Medical: Kaiser, United Health Care PPO/HMO
*Dental: Delta Dental (PPO) or DeltaCare USA (HMO)
*Vision: Vision Service Plan (VSP)
*Out of pocket costs are dependent on which provider is selected. Each provider has a different annual premium.
Retirement: PERS for positions 20 hours or more per week. Click on the link below to view the retirement formula that would apply to you:
Paid Sick Leave
Every regular classified employee, probationary or permanent, can earn paid sick leave credit(s) based on one day for each month in which such employees are in a paid status with the District. Earned, but unused sick leave can accumulate without limit. Full-time classified employees (those who work 8 hours per day, 5 days per week and 12 months per year) will normally earn twelve (12) days of sick leave credit(s) during each fiscal year.
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These supplemental questions are part of the selection process and are considered part of your application. These questions give you the opportunity to fully explain your background and qualifications as they pertain to this position. Read the following questions and respond to each question thoroughly and accurately. Your answers to the following supplemental questions are required for your application to be considered complete. All experience mentioned in the Supplemental Questions must also be included in the Work Experience section in order to be considered complete. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of completion of the required application or supplemental questions. Resumes are NOT reviewed, therefore information on the resume will not be considered in the screening of the application.
NOTE: Be sure to respond honestly and truthfully to all questions. Applicants found to have provided false or misleading information will be disqualified from further consideration, or, if hired, may be terminated from employment.
I have read and understand this statement.

• Yes
• No

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How much clerical work experience do you have?
In determining qualifying experience, applicants' part-time employment will only receive partial credit based on number of hours worked per week. For example purposes only, a position that works 40 hours a week for one year would get one year of credit, whereas a position that works 20 hours a week for one year would get six months of credit.

• No experience
• Less than 6 months
• At least 6 months, but less than 1 year
• 1 or more years

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If you have clerical experience, please provide the following information for EACH organization where you gained the experience:
1) Your job title
2) Organization name
3) Start and end dates (month/year) and number of hours worked per week
4) Brief description of the specific job duties that you did to meet the requirement
Please write "N/A" if you do not have experience. Do NOT type "see resume."
Required Question